Washington’s Headquarters State Historic Site is gearing up for an eventful winter schedule. Starting Friday, Nov. 8, the site will be open every Friday and Saturday, 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. The site will also be available to visitors by appointment Tuesday through Thursday and open for special events.
Warm Up At The Washingtons’ takes place from noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Dec. 8. Walk through seasonally decorated rooms while you are serenaded by the Salmagundi Consort. Historic interpreters will answer questions and present an overview about life during the period. Finish your visit to Gen. and Mrs. Washington’s rented domicile with cookies and cider by an outdoor fire. Admission is free for the day.
Washington’s Headquarters State Historic Site is located at the corner of Liberty and Washington Streets within the city of Newburgh’s East End Historic District. Visit nysparks.com. For more information call 845-562-1195.